Law and Policy Database
Navigate the legal landscape of the Asia and the Pacific region. Our database provides a central repository for legal and policy information, including international instruments, national laws and regulations, and court judgments.
Access international instruments in law and policy reform areas. Explore treaties and agreements, country reports submitted to UN bodies, climate action commitments under the Paris Agreement, soft law instruments shaping international relations, UN committee decisions and documents, and UN General Assembly resolutions.
Explore domestic law across Asia and the Pacific. Find case decisions, court rules, legislation, and policies from ADB’s developing member countries.
Featured Resources
International Commercial Arbitration Handbook for Judges (Uzbekistan) (available in Russian, Uzbek, and English)
The development of international commercial arbitration, and the establishment of an arbitration-friendly jurisdiction, hinge significantly on strong judicial support throughout the arbitration proceedings. Judicial support is crucial in the enforcement of the arbitration agreement and recognition and enforcement of arbitral awards.
Climate Change and Biodiversity Legal and Policy Frameworks in Asia-Pacific Developing Countries
This resource provides a tabular analysis of legal and policy frameworks addressing the nexus between climate change and biodiversity among developing countries in Asia and the Pacific.
Unlocking the Potential of Islamic Finance in the Philippines: A Market Analysis and Landscape Report
This report explores the potential of Islamic Finance in the Philippines for domestic and international investors. By examining the country's economic health and financial sector, as well as analyzing demographics, consumer behavior, and demand, the report identifes a promising potential market for Shariah-compliant financial products and services. This is further supported and reinforced by the government’s support and key milestones achieved in building an enabling Islamic finance ecosystem in the country.
E-Learning
Enabling A Conducive Environment for the Digital Economy in the Kyrgyz Republic Module
This module has been developed for the Kyrgyz Republic to inform and provide tools to government officials, entrepreneurs, and businesses, enabling them to connect to the global community through e-commerce.
E-Learning: Introduction to E-commerce
This practical course covers various e-commerce concepts and explains the fundamentals on what e-commerce is, who can be part of it, how it works, and harnessing technology for business and economic growth.
Core Principles of Environmental Law E-Learning Course
This eLearning resource package contains more than 10 hours' worth of content on the core principles of environmental law, which were identified by environmental law teachers across the Asia as resources they need to enhance their teaching.